FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: INVESTIGATION CLOSED ON FAT JOE AND HIS ENTOURAGE

STATEMENT ISSUED BY DAWN FLORIO ESQ. ON BEHALF OF JOSEPH CARTAGENA

Joseph Cartagena, known as Fat Joe, and others have been officially cleared by the Madison Wisconsin Police Department of any wrongdoing. Fat Joe had no contact with, and never spoke to his accuser. He was questioned for a few minutes at his hotel room and was never detained by the police.

Making a false claim of a sexual nature in order to extort money is one of the most horrific accusations because it not only tarnishes reputations but has the potential to destroy families. Mr. Cartagena wholeheartedly thanks his family, friends, and fans for their continued support, loyalty, and words of encouragement throughout this ordeal.